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Atrial Septal Defect Closure (Device)

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Atrial septal defect closure (ASD closure) is a minimally invasive procedure in which a “patch” or special septal repair device is placed permanently in the heart to cover the defect. An atrial septal defect is a congenital heart defect (present at birth) in which the wall that separates the upper heart chambers (atria) does not close completely, leaving a hole. In this condition, too much blood flows from the left side of the heart (left atrium) to the right side of the heart (right atrium). This excess blood flow makes the heart work harder. Most atrial septal defects are discovered during childhood when a murmur (an extra heart sound) is heard during a physical examination. Small holes may close on their own by the time a child is 2 years old. In some people, the defect does not cause symptoms until later in life.

When signs and symptoms are present,
  1. They may include a heart murmur,
  2. Shortness of breath
  3. Fatigue
  4. Swelling of the legs
  5. Skipped heartbeats
  6. Frequent lung infections
  7. Stroke
  8. Bluish skin color.

Over time, if a large atrial septal defect is not repaired, the extra blood flow to the right side of the heart can damage the heart and lungs causing heart failure (weakened heart) and arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).

The risks of an atrial septal defect closure include the following:
  • Bleeding
  • Infection
  • Damage to the heart and blood vessels
  • Adverse reaction to medication used
  • Damage to the kidneys
  • Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)
  • Blood clots that can lead to stroke, heart attack, or other problems
  • Device embolization (device moving out of the repair area)
  • Death
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Let your doctor know if you develop problems, such as:

  • Bleeding, new bruising, or swelling at the incision site
  • Signs of infection such as redness, drainage, or fever
  • Chest pain or shortness of breath

Medications and open surgery for atrial septal defect.

Last modify: February 03, 2022

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